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CARB adopts new In-Use Locomotive Regulation; zero emissions in state starting in 2030

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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has adopted the In-Use Locomotive Regulation —a new rule aimed at reducing emissions from all switch, passenger, industrial and freight line haul locomotives when they operate within the state. Locomotives also will have a 30-minute idling limit.

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Saft begins deliveries of first lithium-ion batteries produced by new Jacksonville plant

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Starting volume industrial-scale deliveries to customers from the Jacksonville plant opened in September this year confirms the sound foundations we have put in place, both in terms of the advanced production technology we have implemented and the team of people we brought together to run it. Jacksonville, Florida.

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Michigan Awards $543.5M in Tax Credits to Four Battery Makers, Who Announce Plans for $1.7B Investment in Li-ion Battery Plants in Michigan

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The state refundable tax credits will help the companies in their quest for some of the $2 billion in federal grants for advanced-battery research and development. Today marks a defining moment for Michigan's future as we see a new industry begin to take root and grow new jobs. A123Systems Inc.

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8 Reasons Government Grants Should Include Funding for Level 1 Charging Infrastructure

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Insufficient power/infrastructure: In many markets in the US, the majority of apartment properties were built in the 1950s-1980s. And of course if you take your BEV out on a long road trip or weekend getaway, you will tap into DC fast chargers along interstate highways and Level 2 destination chargers at your hotel or resort.

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Sodium batteries from Michigan to challenge lithium’s grip – ET Auto

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in China and Northvolt AB in Sweden — are pursuing sodium-ion technology, betting it has advantages over lithium that will give it a place in the fast-growing battery market. Natron’s facility in Holland, Michigan, is funded in part by a nearly USD 20 million federal grant. Nabors Industries Ltd., and Amazon.com Inc.,

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Freightliner Custom Chassis Corporations All-Electric Walk-In Van Chassis Debuts at NTEA Work Truck Show; Enova Drive System, Tesla Battery Pack

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The new chassis model is the only one domestically engineered and the first in the industry to be completely all-electric (includes HVAC system) in North America, according to FCCC. Targeted at the pickup and delivery market, the MT-45 chassis boasts a GVWR of 14,000 to 19,500 lbs. Earlier post.)

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Freightliner Custom Chassis and Morgan Olson Introduce Next Generation Vehicle for FCCC All-Electric Walk-In Van

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FCCC is the first company within the industry to utilize Tesla batteries for commercial applications. —Jonathan Randall, director of sales and marketing for FCCC. The all-electric chassis is specifically designed for the urban delivery vehicle market in which it can provide the greatest operating and environmental benefit.